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Rochester Regional Health

Research Associate

Rochester, NY · On-site

$20.75 - $27.75/hr

Position Summary: The Research Associate will be tasked with conducting work as a part of the Rochester General Research Institute. Key Responsibilities: * Develops and performs complex laboratory ...

Fermilab

Research Associate

Batavia, NY · On-site

$69K - $92K/yr

The expected hiring range for this position is: $69,800.00-$92,600.00. Please note that the pay ... Research may be within any scientific or technology development activity of the appointee ...

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How much do research assistant position jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 18, 2026, the average hourly pay for research assistant position in Rochester, NY is $21.62, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.27 and $25.14 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Research Assistant Position vs Research Associate?

AspectResearch Assistant PositionResearch Associate
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree often required; some roles may need a master'sMaster's or Ph.D. often preferred; more specialized experience
Work EnvironmentAcademic labs, research institutions, healthcare settingsResearch labs, universities, industry R&D departments
Employer & Industry UsageUniversities, government agencies, non-profitsUniversities, private companies, biotech firms
Common Search & ComparisonOften compared for entry-level research rolesViewed as a more advanced research position

The Research Assistant Position typically involves supporting research activities under supervision, requiring a bachelor's degree. In contrast, a Research Associate usually has more experience or advanced degrees, taking on more independent responsibilities. Both roles are common in academic and research settings, but the Research Associate position generally demands a higher level of expertise and specialization.

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Infographic showing various Research Assistant Position job openings in Rochester, NY as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 17% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $44,964 per year, or $21.6 per hour.

Research Scholar

University of Rochester

Rochester, NY • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 7 days ago

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Job description

Description
We are actively seeking for Research scholar to join the Herrera lab in the department of Biomedical Engineering at the University of Rochester. Our research group studies tissue engineering of multicellular systems with a special focus on mechanobiology. The research scholar will participate in research projects aimed to study how mechanical regulations influence tissue formation during development using cutting-edge techniques in molecular biology, optogenetics, microscopy and imaging in bacteria, fruit-flies and mammalian cells systems. The candidate will be responsible for setting up experimental procedures and protocols and will also participate in regular meetings with the PI and other lab members.
Responsibilities:
  • Develop optogenetic tools to manipulate protein activity and gene transcription.
  • Utilize molecular biology approaches working with DNA.
  • Generate vectors for gene insertion and editing
  • Perform cell culture (mammalian cell lines, stem cells)
  • Learn and perform various imaging techniques including confocal microscopy and image analyses of time-lapse image sequences.
  • Contribute to general lab organization including accurate documentation and recording/maintenance of large data files.
  • Present

Qualifications
Required Qualifications
  • The ideal candidate will have BSc and a MSc with strong background in molecular biology and gene editing, microbiology and cell culture.
  • Hands-on experience (at least one year) in wet-research lab with projects involving molecular biology.
  • Ability to develop research ideas and projects with a translational focus.
  • Interest in understanding the biological fundamental of tissue formation during development.
  • Ability to follow instruction with an eagerness to learn and grow professionally.
  • The candidate is requested to have a record of scientific publications in a peer-reviewed journals.

Application Instructions
"If you already have an Interfolio account, please sign in to apply to this position. If not, please create an Interfolio account. For questions/concerns pertaining to the position, email marisol.herreraperez@rochester.edu.

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